danee wrote:
But on the NHE forum, I saw posts by a scared women trying to handle a 3 yo stallion that was out of control. This women did not have her horse's respect, and other people kept saying, "You were right to not punish him for biting you, but try to avoid his mouth, or redirect his energy." This women is going to get hurt.
Relationship is great, but if a person has no horse experience, safetly has to come first. I am by NO means saying you are in this situation. I'm just venting!
But will the woman be safe when she punishes an young vibrant stallion while being scared of him a the same time? Having no experience with when how and why to punish?
This action (punishement by this woman) shall only make things worse and the situation more dangerous.
why should the stallion be punished?
What is he doing that is so wrong? why should he let himself be leaded by someone who is scared of him, who has no clue of what to do?
The advise was a great advise!
when punishing (and what is that? smacking him?) the stallion will only mirror your behaviour, as he is already doing.
My advise would be: take only small steps with the stallion. Do those things only with him where and when you feel safe and build from there.
Especcialy when you do not have anybody to help you with the stallion who is calm, and can mirror a horse to a safe and friendly way.